King Of The Castle

King of the Castle: A Chaotic Medieval Party Game with a Satirical Twist At first glance, King of the Castle might seem like another medieval political sim akin to Reigns or Yes, Your Grace, where you ascend the throne, rule a kingdom, and make decisions impacting your gold reserves, military strength, or alliances. However, King of the Castle takes the political maneuvering of its predecessors to new heights by allowing up to 24 friends (or thousands of Twitch viewers) to join your campaign. Each participant steps into the shoes of nobles from various regions, each with their own goals, and the power to support or betray the monarch—you. This game is a hybrid between a massive party game and a monarchy sim, capturing the chaotic comedy and fragile scheming of political *************** with a sprinkle of fantasy. Tributary Games' studio lead Samuel Partridge calls it "Game Of Phones," a tagline that perfectly encapsulates its interactive nature. A Game for the Crowd King of the Castle stands out by catering the choice-based experience to a crowd. Content lead Harry Tuffs likens it to “writing for theatre - except it’s a theatre where the audience is particularly rowdy and are also invited to rush the stage any time.” The game uses medieval fantasy tropes to quickly establish context for players, ensuring even a channel-hopping Twitch viewer can follow the plot. Versatile Gameplay Players can approach each contract in various ways beyond just scavenging and evading enemies. You can explore buildings for scrap, use tools like shovels to dig up buried loot, or hunt creatures for their remains. This versatility allows you to tailor your playstyle, whether you prefer combat, exploration, or a mix of both. Empowering Combat and Gradual Difficulty Unlike pure stealth games, King of the Castle equips you with weapons and tools to actively engage enemies. While the challenges, especially during the dangerous night shifts, can be significant—with enemies capable of quickly depleting your health—the combat-focused approach offers a thrilling alternative. Many players appreciate this balance between danger and the ability to fight back, creating an engaging experience. Cooperative Multiplayer Enhances the Experience The game supports up to 8 players in a single session, allowing you to team up with friends to overcome the challenges. A larger group provides more firepower, the ability to revive downed teammates, and the opportunity to divide tasks, such as...

its fun not great but fun. the game has very fun moments but its difficult to play out of twitch because you have to find a large number of gamers to make the game fun

Fantastic streamer or party game. Definitely worth it for the price even if you only end up playing it once or twice!

A fun time with friends - become a conniving ruler, or a just leader - regardless of who 'wins', it's a wonderfully told story that supports a fun time with your friends, family, and... clergy?

Amazingly, interactive game that never gets boring. Love games like this. Love the Scottish cultural display in the north too.